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15 minutos
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Virtual Office Hours in English
VirtualEnglish Speaking
Meet 1:1 with a Care Parent Network Family Support Specialist and get your question answered
Register here for a 15 minute time slot
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Black Families Raising Exceptional People
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3rd Wednesday of every month
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Multi-Session Group Music Lessons for Teens from Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education Berklee School of Music
VirtualDescription
The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education (BIAAE) is generously offering free group music lessons to Autistic teens. Traditional instrument options include: Alto Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Trombone, Trumpet, Violin, Viola, Guitar, Piano, Voice, or Percussion. If you do not have a physical instrument, we recommend visiting your local music store to source an instrument or use a virtual instrument through Bandlab for Education platform.
Explore and grow as independent and ensemble musicians using instruments or voice during practice and group lessons. Lessons will focus on note reading, technique, and recording as participants work to record and perform music with their peers. Participants will use Bandlab for Education (a free platform) to collaborate in an ensemble and to optionally use virtual/digital instruments. Click here to watch a video explaining how Berklee Staff will use Bandlab for Education during this interest series.
At the end of the session, students will participate in an online ensemble performance and receive a recording. The ensemble performance will also be featured on the BIAAE and AANE websites.
Click here to listen to “Embraceable You,” the ensemble performance of the Winter/Spring 2020 Berklee Music Lessons Interest Series.
Important Things to Know:
Rental instruments are not available from Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education. You have several options:
Use your own instrument
Use a digital instrument available from Bandlab for Education
Rent an instrument on your own. Click here to download a list of instrument rental companies in Greater Boston and across the US.
Students can choose to play one of those traditional instruments: Alto Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Trombone, Trumpet, or digital/virtual instruments available on Bandlab for Education
Note that a piano keyboard interface is used for all digital/virtual instruments (other than drums). You will be able to learn how to read music and development keyboarding skills that you can use for any MIDI instrument. However, you won’t learn how to play a physical instrument.
Technology requirements for zoom:
a computer or tablet device
an internet connection
a webcam so you can see and interact with others
audio capability and built-in or accessory microphone
You aren’t required to install anything on your computer or tablet in order to use Zoom, but some people do find it helpful to download the zoom client. If you have never used zoom, before the interest series, we strongly suggest that you visit: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us
Technology requirements for Bandlab for Education:
a computer or tablet device
an internet connection
audio capability and built-in or accessory microphone
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Multi-Session Creative Writers’ Group for Adults
VirtualWant to flex your creative muscles and share and discuss writing? The Online Creative Writers’ Group is an online 7 session workshop where participants will have an opportunity to share writing and offer feedback. We welcome writers of all creative genres—from short stories to poetry, screenplays, fan fiction, and more. This workshop is not an instructional class but rather a chance to connect and network with other writers. Whether you are working on a new piece or want to revisit an old one, here is your test audience. One session will feature talks by two published authors, including graphic novelists, playwrights, children’s book writers and more, all of whom have a connection to Autism. Hope you can join us!
Dates
January 15
January 22
January 29
February 5
February 12
February 19
February 26$100 -
Multi-Session Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Interest Group for Adults
VirtualThis interest group is intended for post-high school adults who fulfill the player pre-requisites outlined below:
Participants need to have played Dungeons and Dragons before either at AANE or elsewhere.
They must also be familiar with character creation, general rules of D&D Edition 5, cooperation within a team, and following campaign rules and storyline.
Each participant is expected to attend all 8 meetings in order to help his/her team advance as far as possible in the campaign.
This interest series will be using a campaign selected by the Dungeon Masters. Participants must agree to follow the rules of the campaign at all times.
Because this is an interactive/collaborative game. Participants need to be able to participate fully in each game session.
Please note that this is a two-step process (application and registration). If you are interested in this group, please submit the application above.$100 -
Multi-Session Support Group for Adults
VirtualThis 8-meeting support group is for Autistic adults (18+) who are post k-12. Through this group, members can build an ongoing connection with a small community. AANE support groups give members an opportunity to celebrate successes and support each other through difficulties. Common topics of discussion are:
Masking/camouflaging
Sensory sensitivities/overloads
Relationships
Self-care
Disclosure
Work/jobs
Intersectionality
Dates
January 8
January 15
January 22
January 29
February 5
February 12
February 19
February 26$100 -
Multi-Session Beginner Dungeons & Dragons Group for Adults
VirtualCome learn the basics of tabletop roleplaying from an experienced Dungeon Master. During this 8 week campaign of Dungeons and Dragons using the D&D 2024 Handbook (to be released Sept 2024) you will be guided through an adventure that will introduce you to the gameplay and storytelling of the world’s most popular roleplaying game! This is a great way to get involved in a new hobby that will give you the skills and confidence to join games with more experienced players and open the doors to a huge community.
No previous tabletop gaming experience required. Players will need to be able to use zoom, Roll 20 and D&D Beyond (websites), and install a browser extension (Beyond 20) with verbal and written directions. If you are unsure if this group is a good fit for you, or you are in need of specific accommodations, please email groups@aane.org.
Please note that these dates are subject to fluctuation. You will have one set up 1:1 meeting with the facilitator and 7-8 group meetings of game play.
Dates
January 22
January 29
February 5
February 12
February 19
February 26
March 5
March 12
March 19$180 -
Multi-Session Support Group for Women (35-50)
VirtualThis multi-session support group is designed for Autistic women (35-50). Through this support group, women (35-50) can build an ongoing connection with a small community of other women. AANE “closed” support groups for women also give women an opportunity to voice their concerns and frustrations. It also lets them acknowledge hard-won and unexpected victories. Common topics of discussion are:
Masking/camouflaging
Sensory sensitivities/overloads
Relationships
Self-care
Empathy
Dates
January 22
January 29
February 5
February 12
February 19
February 26
March 5
March 12
Masking/camouflaging
Sensory sensitivities/overloads
Relationships
Self-care
Empathy$100 -
Multi-Session Support Group for Adults
VirtualA closed support group has the same group members (up to 12) for a set number of sessions (8). Closed support groups are ideal for adults who are looking for deeper connections and more extensive peer support from group members. For the best support group experience, closed group members should plan on attending all 8 meetings in the series. This group offers a safe environment where Autistic men can talk with like-minded people, share issues and concerns, and celebrate successes. Common topics include: disclosure, self-advocacy, and relationships.
Dates
January 9
January 16
January 23
January 30
February 6
February 13
February 20
February 27$100 -
REV UP Georgia Advocacy Meeting: Register, Educate, Vote and Use your Power!
VirtualGeorgians with disabilities make up a powerful constituency. Together we can have our voices heard. And we need your help to POWER THE DISABILITY VOTE!
REV UP Georgia Coalition meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday at 10am EST on Zoom. All are invited to attend. Come ready to share about grassroots voter registration and education activities in your area. REV UP will also outline strategies for voter rights education in Georgia’s rural communities.
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The Caregivers’ Toolbox—Behavioral Strategies for Thriving Relationships
VirtualThis webinar will equip you with essential tools to enhance communication and planning, building stronger relationships with those you care for. The session will focus on:
Effective communication techniques.
The importance of planning.
Practical de-escalation techniques to manage stress and diffuse tension in challenging situations.
You will leave with actionable strategies to create positive experiences.
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